Apr 21 2025
In April, Mayor Mike Johnston and Councilwoman Jamie Torres joined Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR) and community members to officially break ground on the long-awaited Westwood Recreation Center — the first of its kind in the Westwood neighborhood, a historically underserved area of the city. The new Westwood Recreation Center is supported by a $37.5 …
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Apr 14 2025
The Northglenn Arts & Humanities Foundation (NAHF) is excited to announce the upcoming installation of seven new sculptures at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park as part of its 2025/26 Art on Parade program. This year marks the first time the committee has selected seven sculptures, a decision made after a tie during the selection process. …
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Apr 07 2025
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, together with the Denver Police Department (DPD), the District Attorney’s Office and multiple other partners, announced new resources today to enhance public safety downtown and meet the city’s Safe and Vibrant goals. “Revitalizing downtown has been a core focus for our administration since we took office, and investing in our safety …
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Mar 31 2025
In March, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston welcomed the Sundance Film Festival to its new, permanent home in Colorado. “I am absolutely thrilled to welcome the Sundance Film Festival to Colorado as this cements our state’s place as one of the country’s great art capitals,” said Mayor Johnston. With Denver’s iconic venues, like Red Rocks Amphitheater …
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Mar 24 2025
Mayor Mike Johnston and members of Denver City Council today announced a series of community conversations intended to help shape and define which projects, repairs, and improvements will be prioritized through the Vibrant Denver Bond Program. The initiative, which will not raise taxes, must be approved by voters in November. General Obligation (GO) bond programs …
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Mar 17 2025
Spring 2025 Drug Take Back Day The BPD is partnering with the Broomfield Public Health Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. We will be collecting expired or unused medication free of charge. Participants may dispose of medication in its original container, or by removing the medication from …
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Mar 10 2025
The Veterans Memorial Banner Program is back at Living Wheel Park this year to honor our local heroes who served in the military and have since passed away. Each banner will celebrate one veteran, showcasing their name, branch of service and photo. You’ll see these banners proudly displayed on street lights around Living Wheel Park …
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Feb 17 2025
The Metro Mayors Caucus has appointed Guyleen Castriotta, Mayor of the City and County of Broomfield, as its new Chair. Castriotta, who previously served as 1st Vice Chair and on the Executive Committee, is the first Broomfield mayor to hold the role. The Metro Mayors Caucus, a nationally recognized membership organization, brings together mayors from …
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Feb 10 2025
Mayor Mike Johnston today announced new citywide goals for 2025 to guide the Denver’s work and solve the city’s toughest challenges. After making significant progress on the city’s shared goals in 2024, Mayor Johnston’s 2025 goals push to continue making progress on key initiatives like reducing homelessness, driving down housing costs, and increasing public safety, …
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